Automotive Wiring and Electrical Systems Vol. 2: Projects

by Tony Candela

Overview

In this revised edition, brilliant color photos and explanatory step-by-step captions detail the installation of the most popular, functional, and beneficial upgrades for enthusiasts of varying skill levels. This volume is essential for anyone looking to upgrade his or her classic vehicle to modern standards.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781613252666
Publisher:	S-A Design
Publication date:	05/15/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	144
File size:	67 MB
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About the Author

Tony Candela: Tony Candela has been in the automotive aftermarket electronics industry for 20+ years. During his career, he has worked for Clifford Electronics and Rockford Fosgate. He has written and given hundreds of seminars on the topics of installation, application, wiring, and basic automotive electronics.

Table of Contents

About the Author

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Chapter 1: Adding a Basic Circuit to Any Hot Rod

Safety First

Project 1: Installing Interior Lighting

Additional Functionality

Project 2: Adding Turn Signal and High-Beam Indicators

Chapter 2: Performance Lighting

Project 3: Servicing the Existing Headlight System

Part 1: Low Beams

Part 2: High Beams

Make the Appropriate Repairs

Project 4: Upgrading the Stock Headlights to Higher-Powered Units

Summary

Chapter 3: Performance Gauges

Gauge Types

Project 5: Installing a Complete Set of Fully Electronic Gauges

Chapter 4: Electric Fans

Project 6: Evaluating the Performance of Electric Cooling Fans

Project 7: Optimizing the Performance of Electric Cooling Fans

Summary

Chapter 5: High-Performance Charging Systems

Project 8: Determining Alternator Output

Project 9: Upgrading the Alternator

Project 10: Relocating the Battery to the Trunk

Summary

Chapter 6: Aftermarket Wiring Harness

Project 11: Installing a Traditional Aftermarket Wiring Harness

Part 1: Begin the Project

Part 2: Time to Adapt

Part 3: Wire the Turn Signal Switch

Part 4: Wire the Ignition Switch

Part 5: Wire the Engine Compartment

Part 6: Wire the Interior Lights

Part 7: Wire the Windows

Part 8: Complete Wiring to Center Console

Part 9: Last-Minute Details

Part 10: Test Everything

Source Guide

Editorial Reviews

Silver Medal Winner

2015 IAMC Award Winner

"If you are going to do any wiring, buy the book, it has great information and plenty of tips."

engine professional - Mike Caruso